Julekake Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Julekake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water; 1/4 cup butter; 1/3 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 tsp ground cardamom; 1 cup milk, scalded; 1/2 cup cold water; 1 egg; 1 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped; 1 cup golden raisins; 5-5 1/2 cups all purpose flour

Servings: persons

1 package active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tsp ground cardamom
1 cup milk, scalded
1/2 cup cold water
1 egg
1 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
1 cup golden raisins
5-5 1/2 cups all purpose flour

1
Soften yeast in warm water.
2
In large mixing bowl, combine butter, sugar, salt, cardamom, and milk. Add cold water. Cool to lukewarm.
3
Stir in egg, cherries, raisins, and yeast. Gradually add flour to form a stiff dough. Knead on a floured surface until smooth and satiny, 5 to 7 minutes.
4
Place dough in a greased bowl, turning dough to grease all sides. Cover, let rise in a warm place until doubled, 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
5
Divide dough in half. Shape into round loaves and place on a greased cookie sheet. Cover. Let rise again in a warm place until doubled, 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Bake at 350 F for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown.

694

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package active dry yeast, 1/2 cup warm water, 1/4 cup butter, 1/3 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Julekake falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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